1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 732 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
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1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
Model | Charade | 500 Superfast |
Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 68 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |